If you are a student and need a hand transitioning into online learning, the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) is here to help. We offer video tutorials and instruction resources to support you in learning how to navigate Brightspace by D2L, the virtual learning environment we use for our online and virtual courses.
For more information on eLearning programs, talk to your guidance counselor or call David Gomes, District eLearning contact at 519-255-3200 ext. 10226.
Orientation video for eLearning in Brightspace
View this student orientation video to get an overview of the essential things you need to do to be successful in an online course. For example, it will teach you how to log into your course, access the lessons, email your teacher, and submit assignments.
Tutorial videos for eLearning in Brightspace
Watch these videos to learn about specific options and features within Brightspace.
Episode 1: How to Login to D2L
Episode 2: Update Your Profile and Notifications
Episode 3: Link Your Office 365 Account
Episode 4: Access Your eLearning Course
Episode 5: Navigating the Course Homepage
Episode 6: Emailing in Brightspace
Episode 7: Modify Your Email Settings
Episode 8: - Instant Messaging in Brightspace
Episode 9: Accessing Lessons in Brightspace
Episode 10: Joining the Discussion
Episode 11: Discussion Do's and Don'ts